HIPAA

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What does HIPAA stand for?

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Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act

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Can professionals disclose PHI for legal proceedings?

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Yes, professionals may disclose PHI to provide information for legal proceedings.

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What is a valid reason for disclosing information about a victim in an autopsy?

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Valid reasons include legal obligations, medical necessity, or public health concerns.

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Is it permissible to communicate PHI with family members?

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Yes, professionals can communicate PHI with family members if the patient has given consent.

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What does PHI stand for?

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Protected Health Information.

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What is the purpose of HIPAA?

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To protect the privacy and security of individuals' health information.

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What is a violation of HIPAA?

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Disclosing PHI without patient consent or legal justification.

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What is the Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA)?

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A law that allows eligible employees to take unpaid, job-protected leave for specified family and medical reasons.

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Can an employer require a doctor's note for medical leave?

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Yes, employers can require documentation for medical leave under FMLA.

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What is the role of consent in disclosing PHI?

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Consent is required from the patient to disclose their PHI to third parties.